Sushi Operations Chef - Catering & Omakase Support

Sushic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

401k with company match

Annual bonus

Job summary

Sushic, LLC, a Houston-based operator of sushi and Asian cuisine for retail stores, universities, and offices, seeks an Operations Chef. You will support catering and kitchen teams, assist with Omakase experiences, and manage day-to-day prep and event production under senior culinary staff.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of kitchen experience, basic knife skills, and the ability to follow SOPs in a fast-paced environment. Night/weekend shifts and some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in kitchen, prep, or line cook roles within catering, sushi, or food service environments.
• Omakase experience is a plus.
• Foundational knife skills and basic sushi prep familiarity.
• Able to follow SOPs in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day catering prep and kitchen production.
• Support local concession programs and event operations.
• Provide on-site support during Omakase and live sushi events.
• Execute hot food prep tasks under Lead Chef guidance.
• Fulfill DSD and daytime tray orders with proper portioning.
• Assist with inventory counts and report shortages.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knife skills

SOP adherence

Communication

English basics

MS Office

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

Sushic, LLC, a Houston-based operator of sushi and Asian cuisine for retail stores, universities, and offices, seeks an Operations Chef. You will support catering and kitchen teams, assist with Omakase experiences, and manage day-to-day prep and event production under senior culinary staff.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of kitchen experience, basic knife skills, and the ability to follow SOPs in a fast-paced environment. Night/weekend shifts and some travel may be required.